Group photo of about 60 students, lecturers, and APCD staff at the training building in the morning group. Mr. Somchai Rungsilp, delivered a welcome speech.

Group photo of about 49 students, lecturers, and APCD staff at the training building in the afternoon group. Mr. Piroon Laismit Executive Director, APCD delivered a welcome speech.

Mr. Supot Chunhachoti-ananta, Lecturer, the Faculty of Fine and Applied Arts, SWU., shared the purpose of the visit and expressed appreciation to APCD for welcoming the university students and organizing a full day of learning activities.

Mr. Watcharapol Chuengcharoen, led an interactive session on the social model of disability. Students participated in experiential learning to better understand the lived experiences of persons with visual impairments.

Ms. Wilailekha Somprach (Manager, Disability-Inclusive Business) and Ms. Thorfan Dechachainimit (DIEB Project Coordinator) guided students through a study tour of APCD’s inclusive employment initiatives, including the APCD 60+ Kitchen by CP and the APCD 60+ Bakery, Chocolate and Café.

University student visitors gained firsthand experience interacting with 60+plus staff with disabilities during a bread-baking workshop held as part of the study tour.

Ms. Thorfan explained the concept behind the implementation of the 60+ Plus Kitchen by CP Projects, aligning with disability-inclusive employment and business (DIEB).

Mr. Watcharapol concluded the study visit by summarizing key takeaways and encouraging students to become inventors and investors in universal design for inclusive and sustainable development.

On 28 October 2025, a group of 109 students from Srinakharinwirot University majoring in Science and Art of Sustainable Social Development (SWU196) visited the Asia-Pacific Development Center on Disability (APCD).

The study visit was part of the university’s practical learning program, aiming to enhance students’ understanding of sustainable tourism management and inclusive community development. During the visit, the students participated in lectures and interactive sessions with APCD staff, learning about the organization’s mission, projects, and initiatives promoting the empowerment and inclusion of persons with disabilities in sustainable social and economic development.

This educational activity provided valuable real-world experiences and strengthened the students’ knowledge and awareness of inclusive and sustainable practices aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

APCD appreciates the opportunity to collaborate with Srinakharinwirot University in promoting social sustainability development.

Through activities and discussions, the students gained a deeper understanding of disability, inclusive environments, the challenges faced by people with disabilities and Empathy exercises. By participating in these experiences, the students were inspired to become advocates for disability inclusion and to contribute to a more inclusive society and sustainability development.

Group Photo of diversity participants, included LGBTQ IA+, Youth, Ethnic group, persons with disabilities, civil society organizations and organizers.

Mr. Chayoot Homdee, Community Development Officer APCD, Learned how UN UPR Process work.

The subgroup activities addressed various challenges and solutions concerning different issues, including the rights of youth, LGBTQ IA+ individuals, ethnic groups, refugees, and other vulnerable populations. The group pictured here is focused on people with disabilities

Mr. Chayoot Homdee, Community Development Officer, The Asia-Pacific Development Center on Disability (APCD), was invited to join “Regional Capacity-Building Workshop on the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) Process in Mido Hotel Bangkok” on 23 – 24 October 2025. This Workshop organized by Manushya Foundation, Young Pride Foundation, People's Movement to Eliminate Discrimination (MovED), Health and Opportunity Network (HON). Participation more than 30 people came from many stakeholders and regions.  The workshop aims to strengthen regional capacity on human rights processes through the UPR mechanism.

The Maliwan Foundation is holding its second operational meeting to support and prepare the community sector for Thailand's Universal Periodic Review (UPR) process. This two-day gathering, a follow-up to four regional seminars in 2020, aims to finalize the UPR report and build the capacity of community leaders. The goal is to ensure the concerns of marginalized groups—including youth, Indigenous people, women, and stateless persons—are powerfully reflected in the review.

All 4 civil society gathered to setup workshop how UN UPR mechanism work.

In conclusion the workshop training went very well, Mr. Chayoot learned how UN UPR mechanism work, how to make fact sheets and way to submission. Including brainstorming to reform old disability policies during the workshop alongside to participants with disabilities. Finally, everyone got new networks with other stakeholders.

APCD was invited by the Asian Disaster Preparedness Center (ADPC) to share lesson learned and experiences on Disability-Inclusive Disaster Risk Reduction (DIDRR) at the Pullman G Hotel, Bangkok.

Eleven oversea participants from the Philippines and Bangladesh who are working with different organizations attended the training with interactive atmosphere.

A group photo of active participants, organizer and APCD resource person.

APCD’s DIDRR Matrix was shared during the session.

APCD was invited by Asian Disaster Preparedness Center (ADPC) to share lesson learned and experiences on Disability-Inclusive Disaster Risk Reduction (DIDRR) on 15 October 2025 at the Pullman G Hotel, Bangkok.

Representative of APCD shared the overview missions of APCD, main programs and activities of APCD regarding DIDRR, the key components and elements of DIDRR under the 3 steps (before, during and after the occurrence of disaster) linking with different types of impairments and different types of disasters. He also introduced some devices using as warning tools for persons with different impairments. 

Eleven (11) oversea participants from the Philippines and Bangladesh who are working with different organizations including government and civil society organizations attended the training with interactive atmosphere and lots of discussions were exchanged by participants.

An official group photo of the event organizers was taken on stage during the opening ceremony, marking the commencement of the event.

Mr. Akkhara Prompow, Minister of the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security (MSDHS) facilitated by Mr. Kantapong Rangsesawang, Permanent Secretary MSDHS and Ms. Sonthaya Boonyaphoosit, Director General, DEP, followed with other official staff and media visited the APCD booth at the 60+ Bakery & Chocolate Café and supported it by purchasing bakery products.

Ms. Siriporn Praserdchat led and facilitated the APCD booth on Disability-Inclusive Sports and Disability-Inclusive Disaster Risk Reduction (DIDRR). The participants were interested in Dodgebee and demonstrated how to play it.

Mr. Panomkorn Prasitsuparoph (Administrative Officer), APCD facilitated the booth on the first day. He presented to participants who were interested in DIDRR tools, demonstrated how to use them, and explained their importance during disasters.  

Mr. Noppol Ubdulsamad, Accounting Officer at APCD, facilitated the booth on the second day, he also facilitated Samspel, one of the DIS sports, on the second day of the event. It attracted great interest from children and parents also other participants in the event.

The exhibition of APCD 60+ Bakery & Chocolate Café booth, led by Ms. Wilailekha Somprach (Manager, 60+ Plus Bakery & Chocolate and 60+ Plus Kitchen by CP Projects), was one of the most popular booths on Disability-Inclusive Empowerment, receiving strong support and purchases the bakery products from participants.

There were 4,000 participants, including persons with disabilities, family, volunteer, government officials, private companies, and media sector joined the event.

The Asia-Pacific Development Center on Disability (APCD) is invited to join the Job and Market Fair organized by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEP) from 20–21 October 2025 at the Government Complex Center, Bangkok.

The Job & Market Fair aims to promote employment, vocational skills, and digital skills development, enhancing the potential of persons with disabilities to achieve stable income and actively contribute to national development. It also aims to encourage employment in compliance with the law, honor exemplary persons with disabilities, provide opportunities to showcase their capabilities and sell products, offer a platform to exchange business experiences, and foster positive attitudes toward persons with disabilities. The event attracted more than 4,000 participants, including government officials, private companies, and organizations of persons with disabilities.

The APCD exhibition booth included the APCD 60+ Bakery & Chocolate Café Project, led by Ms. Wilailekha Somprach (Manager, 60+ Plus Bakery & Chocolate and 60+ Plus Kitchen by CP Projects), which presented Disability-Inclusive Business (DIB) and sold Yamasaki bread and Mark Rin Chocolate. Following this, Ms. Siriporn Praserdchat (Logistics Officer, Community Development) led the Disability-Inclusive Sport (DIS) and Disability-Inclusive Disaster Risk Reduction (DIDRR) activities, with support from the Administration Department, including Mr. Noppol Ubdulsamad (Accounting Officer) and Mr. Panomkorn Prasitsuparoph (Administrative Officer).

Moreover, the opening remarks were delivered by the new Minister of Social Development and Human Security of Thailand, Mr. Akkhara Prompow.

APCD showcased the success of its sustainable employment opportunities for persons with disabilities through an on-the-job training approach — learning by doing, producing, and selling real products. The program provides hands-on training for persons with various types of disabilities in Thailand through Disability-Inclusive Businesses (DIB). In addition, the Disability-Inclusive Sports (DIS) and Disability-Inclusive Disaster Risk Reduction (DIDRR) initiatives were promoted at the APCD exhibition booth.

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